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RBZ 5542

1979 Ferrari Dino

Red Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,152 mi
Last recorded40,152 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 1979 Ferrari Dino42,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBZ 5542
MakeFerrari
ModelDino
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 40,152 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 39,889 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 39,885 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 39,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 37,561 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 37,557 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 37,257 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 34,054 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,384 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 29,637 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coolant leak

exhaust tailpipes protuding beyond body

Fail 24 May 2011 29,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coolant leak

exhaust tailpipes protuding beyond body

Pass 31 May 2010 26,786 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22,495 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 19,104 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 31 May 2007 17,095 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 14,685 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 14,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

How Reliable is the Ferrari Dino?

Based on 2,218 MOT tests across 244 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
244
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
brake binding 33
Stop lamp not working 25
Headlamp aim too low 25
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RBZ 5542 is a 1979 Ferrari Dino in Red with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari Dino models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 42,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari Dino fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBZ 5542, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari Dino typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari Dino is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBZ 5542?

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What year was RBZ 5542 registered?

RBZ 5542 is a 1979 Ferrari Dino, first registered on 1 April 1979.

Is RBZ 5542 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBZ 5542 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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